Outline of the state of Maryland
State
Maryland
Covers abstinence

Category
Sexual Health Education Abstinence—HS

Category
Sexual Health Education Abstinence—HS

State law covers abstinence.

Code of Maryland Regulations 13A.04.18.01 Comprehensive Health Education Instructional Programs for Grades Prekindergarten—12.

(b) Beginning no later than grade 7, teaching shall emphasize that refraining from sexual activity is the best method to avoid sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, and unintended pregnancy. To address the serious health risks of sexually transmitted infections, and the consequences of unintended pregnancy, family life and human sexuality education shall include medically accurate information about contraception and condoms.

Policy Type
Regulation